Home Infusion Clinical Pharmacist PNE Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare•Wheaton, IL

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The Home Infusion Clinical Pharmacist reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine (NM), adhering to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program. This role complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and other regulatory and accreditation standards. The Home Infusion Clinical Pharmacist is a licensed professional responsible for clinical monitoring, assessment, and care planning for home infusion patients, with a strong focus on patient safety and patient-centered approaches to care.

Requirements

Active Clinical Pharmacist license in the state of Illinois (IDFPR)
Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy or a Doctor of Pharmacy Degree

Nice To Haves

Training and knowledge of specialty areas (neonatology, critical care, oncology, etc.)
Completion of a pharmacy residency program or equivalent hospital pharmacy experience

Responsibilities

Reviews patient medical records to determine appropriateness for home infusion therapy.
Navigates electronic medical records and documents progress notes and other formal communications.
Monitors pharmacy care plan throughout the course of therapy.
Conducts medication reconciliation and makes interventions when indicated.
Establishes and builds professional relationships with patients and the care team.
Makes evidence-based recommendations and interventions when indicated.
Provides drug information to members of the healthcare team and patient/caregiver(s).
Counsels patients and/or caregiver(s) when indicated.
Responds to clinical inquiries in a timely manner.
Ensures safe selection of line care supplies to support the infusion.
Works with the team to determine appropriate methodology of drug administration (e.g., IV push, ambulatory pump infusion, gravity infusion, elastomeric device, etc.).
Monitors, doses, and manages drugs such as aminoglycoside and vancomycin.
Actively communicates clinical updates to referring providers.
Manages TPNs in collaboration with the home infusion dietician and care team.
Oversees quality of compounded sterile preparations to ensure USP <797> adherence.
Supports cleanroom operations, as needed.
Troubleshoots problems with devices for patients/caregivers and/or home health and hospice nurses.
Partners with technicians and other team members to create a high-efficiency work environment.
Actively participates in team meetings and other initiatives, as requested.
Provides on-call support per rotating schedule.